]]>Why Soprano hair reduction is something to sing abouthttps://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/why-soprano-hair-reduction-in-peterborough-is-something-to-sing-about/
Wed, 03 Oct 2018 09:18:43 +0000https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/?p=960If you have unwanted body hair and you’re fed up with the non-stop cycle of shaving, waxing, threading, shaving, epilation, or sugaring, then now might be the time to consider Soprano laser hair removal here at The Cosmetic Clinic in Peterborough.

]]>If you have unwanted body hair and you’re fed up with the non-stop cycle of shaving, waxing, threading, shaving, epilation, or sugaring, then now might be the time to consider Soprano laser hair removal here at The Cosmetic Clinic.

Soprano laser hair removal by Alma Lasers is a cutting-edge hair reduction treatment that has been shown to permanently reduce hair growth by up to 80%. A benefit of this treatment is that it doesn’t cause unsightly or painful in-growing hairs or beard bumps.

Soprano delivers pulses of infrared diode laser energy to your active hair follicles, gradually heating and destroying them. It uses special IN-Motion technology to heat your skin at the same time as cooling it, for a high level of comfort. In addition, this technology enables us to use a sweeping motion to cover larger areas of skin so that there are fewer missed spots and better coverage.

The Soprano laser is approved for use on all skin types and colours, hair types and most hair colours, anywhere on the body; this includes tanned skin, which means you don’t have to plan your laser hair removal around your holidays or skip treatments because you’ve tanned by mistake.

Here at The Cosmetic Clinic, we tend to use a DMK alkaline wash to permanently dissolve any of the finer hairs not destroyed by the Soprano laser.

You may have tried intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment and other brands of laser hair removal in the past. In our opinion, Soprano laser hair reduction is preferable because of the exceptional comfort level offered during the treatment.

Most people find that they need a course of six to eight treatments to experience up to an 80% permanent hair reduction. The reason we recommend a course of treatments is to catch as many hairs in their active growth phase as possible. Although some regrowth will happen, we are confident that it will be significantly less than you would experience with other hair removal methods. You may just need a top-up treatment from time to time to help you fully enjoy the long-lasting benefits of Soprano laser hair removal.

]]>Is there a difference between Botox injections and ‘Baby’ Botox?https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/is-there-a-difference-between-botox-injections-and-baby-botox/
Sat, 16 Sep 2017 16:59:09 +0000https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/?p=1091You may have heard the phrase ‘Baby’ Botox and wondered what it was about. Surely, it’s not to do with giving young children Botox injections?

]]>You may have heard the phrase ‘Baby’ Botox and wondered what it was about. Surely, it’s not to do with giving young children Botox injections?

Fear not! Baby Botox is a term that was first coined in the US. Back in 2003, Hollywood directors such as Martin Scorsese and Baz Luhrmann complained that the quest for eternal youth had led to an overuse of Botox among actors and actresses, leaving them with frozen faces and the inability to use the range of facial expressions needed to act.

Baby Botox refers to a treatment that emerged at the time, which used smaller amounts of Botulinum Toxin Type A in wrinkle reducing injections, so that they prevented the contraction of key facial muscles but allowed actors to keep their range of expression. Baby Botox wears off quicker than traditional Botox treatments, meaning actors and actresses could have the treatment between films but go Botox-free when filming.

These days, however, the gap between traditional Botox injections and Baby Botox has narrowed to the point that, for some clinicians, it doesn’t exist at all. The fear of having a frozen face remains the most common worry for people who’ve never had Botox before and we practitioners have long since realised that Botox treatments need to walk a fine line between being effective and looking natural.

Here at The Cosmetic Clinic, we don’t advertise Baby Botox as a treatment when offering Botox injections to our Peterborough patients. The reason for this is that no two treatments are the same. We will always take a light-handed approach to Botox – there’s nothing worse than seeing an over-treated, expressionless face. Our aim is that your friends and family will tell you that you look incredible but won’t be able to pinpoint exactly what work you’ve had done. It’s better to refine the results with a top-up treatment than to freeze your face to the point of inexpression with a heavy touch.

In experienced hands, Botox injections will be used at different depths and in different quantities, depending on the area of the face and the results we want to achieve. Some muscles may only need a small amount of Botulinum Toxin Type A for the treatment to be effective, while others may need more. This flexible approach also means that we can create a treatment that’s 100% unique to you and best enhances your individual features.

If you would like to find out more about Botox injections in Peterborough at The Cosmetic Clinic, call us on 01733 310090 to book an appointment.

]]>Botox injections 101: Improving the appearance of your expressive lines and wrinkleshttps://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/botox-injections-101-improving-the-appearance-of-your-expressive-lines-and-wrinkles/
Wed, 23 Aug 2017 16:35:03 +0000https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/?p=1089If you’ve never had Botox injections before, you may have questions about what lines and wrinkles Botox can be used to treat, and which could be improved with other non-surgical treatments such as dermal fillers.

]]>If you’ve never had Botox injections before, you may have questions about what lines and wrinkles Botox can be used to treat, and which could be improved with other non-surgical treatments such as dermal fillers.

Botox injections are ideal for treating the lines and wrinkles that have been caused by the repeated contraction of your expressive facial muscles. When we’re younger, the skin has enough collagen and elastin, as well as other essential proteins and carbohydrates, to support those expressive areas and look fresh and smooth when the face is relaxed. Over the years, you will begin to notice fine lines and wrinkles that look more prominent when you’re being expressive and still appear on your resting face.

Because Botox injections temporarily stop carefully chosen facial muscles from contracting, this treatment is ideal for expressive lines rather than the deeper static lines around your nose and mouth – dermal fillers are more appropriate for these.

Working down from your forehead, this means that they can be used to treat:

Frown lines/Glabella lines

Forehead wrinkles/Horizontal brow lines

Crow’s Feet/Laughter lines

Bunny lines

Smokers’ lines

Sad mouth

Gummy smile

Neck lines

Botox injections can be used to create a non-surgical brow lift to significantly reduce the appearance of lines of your forehead and open up your eye area by subtly lifting your eyebrows.

In some cases, Botox injections can also be effective for lifting the muscles around your jawline, so that your profile looks less jowly.

Choosing the right clinic for your Botox injections

When looking for a clinic to have wrinkle reducing injections, it’s important to choose one that is medically-led. Injections using Botulinum Toxin Type A should always be approved by a prescribing medical professional such as a doctor, dentist or nurse prescriber. Ask about their credentials – they should be happy to tell you more.

You should have a detailed discussion about the potential side effects, aftercare and realistic results of this treatment, so that you know enough to make an informed decision about whether it’s right for you.

It’s also important to ask what brand of Botulinum Toxin Type A your practitioner is using and in what quantity. A good practitioner will understand how to artfully enhance your appearance so that you look rejuvenated but natural – a refreshed version of you!

If you would like to find out more about Botox in Peterborough or King’s Lynn at The Cosmetic Clinic, call us on 01733 310090 to book an appointment.

]]>How dermal fillers work (and differ from wrinkle freezing injections)https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/how-dermal-fillers-work-and-differ-from-wrinkle-freezing-injections/
Thu, 25 May 2017 12:51:33 +0000https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/?p=1073There’s no doubt that wrinkle reduction injectable treatments are the most in-demand non-invasive medical cosmetic procedures currently available. There are a number of reasons for this: availability, immediate results, price, and safety record all rank highly for our patients.

But what are dermal fillers? How do they work and how do they differ from other anti-wrinkle injection treatments?

]]>There’s no doubt that wrinkle reduction injectable treatments are the most in-demand non-invasive medical cosmetic procedures currently available. There are a number of reasons for this: availability, immediate results, price, and safety record all rank highly for our patients.

But what are dermal fillers? How do they work and how do they differ from other anti-wrinkle injection treatments?

Dermal fillers explained

Most widely used dermal fillers are made from a synthetic version of hyaluronic acid, which is a type of sugar that occurs naturally in the human body (and the bodies of other mammals). Hyaluronic acid is widely found in the connective tissues in the body, such as the joints, cartilage, skin, and in our eyes. It helps to keep these tissues hydrated, amongst other functions, giving our skin and cartilage resilience to heal; it also helps the skin to look plump and youthful.

Thanks to age and sun exposure, our natural stores of hyaluronic acid begin to deplete from our 20s onwards. By using dermal fillers, we can put temporary supplies of hyaluronic acid into targeted tissues to help your skin look and feel more hydrated and full of volume.

This makes dermal fillers ideal for addressing the appearance of deep, static wrinkles such as those around your mouth and nose, and for restoring areas that have lost volume, such as your cheeks and tear troughs.

Dermal fillers are popular because the leading brands are temporary and can even be reversed, but also offer results that last anywhere from six months to two years. They need a light touch as there’s nothing worse than seeing an overfilled ‘pillow’ face, but a skilled aesthetic professional will understand how dermal fillers can best be used to give nature a helping hand.

How are dermal fillers different from other wrinkle reducing injections?

Dermal fillers should not be confused with wrinkle reducing injections that use Botulinum Toxin to temporarily restrict the movement of targeted facial muscle to help reduce the appearance of expressive lines and wrinkles. These injections tend to be most effective when used to address creasing on the forehead and around the eyes or the bridge of your nose.

Many people find that dermal fillers work well in combination with wrinkle freezing injections. This is because the aesthetic practitioner is then able to look at the face as a whole and use the most appropriate type of treatment for each line or wrinkle to give a better overall outcome.

If you would like to find out more about dermal fillers at The Cosmetic Clinic in Peterborough, call us on 01733 310090 to book an appointment.

]]>CHOOSE YOUR LASER CLINIC CAREFULLYhttps://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/choose-your-laser-clinic-carefully/
Sun, 03 Jan 2016 13:26:44 +0000https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/?p=847We are proud to say that our recent LASER SAFETY SURVEY report by East Anglian Regional Radiation Protection Team has been good. We also regularly service all our lasers so that they meet high standards that you deserve. Also all our laser therapists are fully trained and experienced. Choose your laser clinic carefully. Lasers that […]

]]>We are proud to say that our recent LASER SAFETY SURVEY report by East Anglian Regional Radiation Protection Team has been good. We also regularly service all our lasers so that they meet high standards that you deserve. Also all our laser therapists are fully trained and experienced.

Choose your laser clinic carefully. Lasers that are not serviced or regulated may cause skin damage which may be difficult to treat later.

]]>A guide to choosing the right cosmetic clinic for your needshttps://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/a-guide-to-choosing-the-right-cosmetic-clinic-for-your-needs/
Sat, 02 Jan 2016 17:34:26 +0000https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/?p=1037If you’re considering a cosmetic treatment of any sort, it’s essential that you do your research and choose the cosmetic clinic that best fits your needs. Even if you’re considering a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure, your face and body are precious and you need to be treated in a respectful manner with an expectation of high standards of care and a positive outcome.

]]>If you’re considering a cosmetic treatment of any sort, it’s essential that you do your research and choose the cosmetic clinic that best fits your needs. Even if you’re considering a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure, your face and body are precious and you need to be treated in a respectful manner with an expectation of high standards of care and a positive outcome.

Here at The Cosmetic Clinic, we fully support potential and existing patients contacting several cosmetic clinics in Peterborough, or even further afield, to get a broad overview of the kinds of treatments available and the ethos of different clinics. By having a wider frame of reference, it should be easier for you to know when you’ve found the right clinic.

Red flags

If you come across a clinic that is offering time limited offers, we would urge you to be cautious as deals that put pressure on you to make your booking before a certain date go against current UK advertising regulations.

You should also be wary of clinics offering cosmetic treatments as competition prizes, as you may not be a suitable candidate for treatment. It is far better to receive individual advice after an in-depth consultation.

Another red flag is practices that over-glamourise procedures or promise unrealistic results, especially if you’re offered a photoshoot or makeover when you sign up. Every person is different and it is important to have a realistic understanding of what each treatment may or may not be able to help you achieve, as well as being fully informed about potential side effects.

Experienced cosmetic doctors and aestheticians

Most reputable clinics have an About page featuring information about the practice and the key staff. Ideally, you should be able to find out more about each doctor or aesthetician’s qualifications, where they trained, and their experience. If nothing else, this information should be discussed when you attend the clinic for your initial consultation.

Some cosmetic procedures – such as Botox® injections for excessive sweating or thread lifts – can only be performed by a doctor, dentist or independent nurse prescriber, whereas others – such as laser hair removal – can be performed by an experienced beauty therapist or aesthetician. We would always recommend that you seek any facial aesthetics or body sculpting treatments through a doctor-led cosmetic clinic.

90% of anti-wrinkle injection users claim that they are careful about what is injected into their face to minimise wrinkles

BUT 71% did not know what product they had received

22% hadn’t had a discussion about the safety and potential side effects

47% didn’t realise that there are different kinds of anti-wrinkle injections

This is clearly unacceptable. Any cosmetic clinic worth its salt will make sure that you are fully consulted about your treatment, the potential side effects, before and after care instructions, and much more. If you have questions – no matter how small they may seem – please do ask them.

We also believe that at a truly good cosmetic clinic, you will be given an honest but tactfully delivered opinion if the clinician believes that you aren’t a suitable candidate for treatment. Sometimes cosmetic treatment isn’t the way to go or there may be an alternative treatment that would be more appropriate.

If you feel you need to go away and think through your options before committing to a treatment, this should be absolutely fine with your chosen cosmetic clinic. The most important thing is that you feel consulted and in possession of all the information you need to make an informed decision.

If you would like to find out more about any aspect of the services and treatments available at The Cosmetic Clinic in Peterborough, call us on 01733 310090 to book an appointment.

]]>Three factors that affect what Botox can do for youhttps://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/three-factors-that-affect-what-botox-can-do-for-you/
Sat, 02 Jan 2016 11:00:57 +0000https://www.ukcosmeticclinic.co.uk/?p=863Botox is currently the fastest growing cosmetic treatment in the UK and the most popular aesthetic treatment in the US. As more and more of us are looking for treatments that tweak instead of tuck, Botox offers a fantastic non-invasive solution that can help to smooth away fine lines and wrinkles, and help the age you look match the age you feel.

]]>Botox is currently the fastest growing cosmetic treatment in the UK and the most popular aesthetic treatment in the US. As more and more of us are looking for treatments that tweak instead of tuck, Botox offers a fantastic non-invasive solution that can help to smooth away fine lines and wrinkles, and help the age you look match the age you feel.

To help patients get the most from Botox here at our Peterborough clinic, we always strive to set realistic expectations and offer transparent advice. Even if you’re based further afield, we’ve put together some pointers about factors to consider before you have Botox.

The type and severity of the wrinkles you want to fix

Botox is an ideal treatment for the dynamic wrinkles on your face, particularly around the forehead, eyes and nose. Dynamic wrinkles are the expressive lines caused by repeated movement and contraction over the years each time you move your face. You may not be able to see these dynamic wrinkles until you laugh, smile or frown, for example. Wrinkles like frown lines and crow’s feet (laughter lines) fit into this category.

If, on the other hand, you have static lines and wrinkles that are visible all the time – for example, deep lines that run from your nose to mouth or from the corners of your mouth downwards – you may be advised to have a treatment using dermal fillers.

As Botox works by temporarily relaxing the movement of specific facial muscles, it is most commonly used to treat wrinkles in the upper face but, in skilled hands, it can help to prevent static muscles from deepening.

It’s best to talk to your practitioner about what results they hope to achieve and why they are targeted specific muscles. As a rule of thumb, expect to have Botox for lines and wrinkles that are caused by your facial expressions.

Botox is measured in units rather than by weight or volume. Each practitioner typically has a preference based on their own training, experience and the area of the face to be treated about how many units of Botox are needed.

We would always recommend talking to your practitioner about what concentration of Botox they plan to use and why. Ask how many units you will need to get your desired results and make sure that you pay for the correct amount of units.

Many clinics will offer you a follow-up appointment after your treatment to check that you are happy with how the Botox has worked and to top-up and refine the results, if necessary.

When it comes to getting the best treatment with Botox, all clinics and practitioners are far from equal. Every practitioner has different levels of training, experience and qualifications – some strive to give you a natural look using Botox, while others might be considered more heavy handed. Some will recommend using other treatments to improve your skin health and then use Botox to refine these results, others will prefer to administer Botox alone.

It’s essential that you ask plenty of questions and find a practitioner whose approach and previous results with other patients help you to feel confident.

You should always choose to have Botox injections and other aesthetics procedures in a medical/clinic setting rather than attending a ‘Botox party’ where you can’t guarantee how the Botox has been stored or diluted, or even that the Botox is being used legally.

As you can see, many factors affect what Botox can do for your lines and wrinkles. In skilled and experienced hands, this can be an excellent treatment option with noticeable but natural-looking results. Botox can be used alone but is also a good treatment to use in combination with other procedures.